TheGavel was founded in 2009. Though an unusual name for a student publication, it was named for the gavel Tip O’Neill ‘36 used as Speaker of the House.
In the words of former President Bill Clinton:
“Rep. O’Neill loved politics and government because he saw politics and government could make a difference in people’s lives. And he loved people most of all.”
Speaker O’Neill was a champion of progressive issues and his gavel serves as a symbol and a beacon for those BC students concerned with making the world a better place. Since its creation, The Gavel has transformed from a small-staffed newspaper to a magazine, and most recently, a full-service online media platform. We are one of the largest student groups in the Boston College community—including our editorial board, contributors, staffers, business managers, graphic designers, and more. We publish several online-exclusive pieces per day, covering local news, progressive issues, BC athletics, college arts, the campus atmosphere, and more.
